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The Verdant Reverie: An Antique Persian Kerman Masterpiece of Botanical Poetry
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53765 Antique Persian Kerman Rug, 08'09 x 13'05. This distinguished antique Persian Kerman rug is a masterclass in cultivated restraint and botanical sophistication, woven for interiors that prize heritage over trend. Hand knotted in wool, it reflects the long-standing Kerman tradition of creating rugs not merely as furnishings, but as enduring works of decorative art—objects intended for refined settings where elegance is quietly asserted rather than announced.
The exceptional composition unfolds as a serene allover millefleur field, animated by a continuous rhythm of palmettes, lotus blossoms, and scrolling frondescence. These motifs are rendered with remarkable fluidity, forming a cohesive botanical tapestry that feels expansive yet composed. The repetition is deliberate and meditative, evoking cultivated gardens and formal landscapes designed to be experienced slowly, with reverence.
Encasing this lush interior is a dignified cartouche border, its architectural compartments lending structure and visual cadence to the design. The cartouches act as ornamental frames within the frame, guiding the eye along a graceful perimeter while reinforcing symmetry and balance. A complementary meander guard border further refines the composition, introducing gentle movement that softens the formality of the surrounding structure.
Time has bestowed this Kerman rug with an unmistakable patina, enhancing its sense of authenticity and lived-in grandeur. The distressed surface speaks to decades of presence in elegant interiors, where beauty was meant to be enjoyed rather than preserved untouched. Rare, poetic, and effortlessly sophisticated, this exquisite work of art offers collectors and designers alike a statement of relaxed prestige—an heirloom-quality piece that elevates space through history, artistry, and quiet luxury.
Distressed. Desirable Age Wear.
Abrash. Antique Wash.
Hand knotted wool.
Made in Iran.
Measures: 08'09 x 13'05.
Date: 1910s. Early 20th Century.
- Dimensions:Width: 105 in (266.7 cm)Length: 161 in (408.94 cm)
- Style:Kirman (In the Style Of)
- Materials and Techniques:Wool,Hand-Knotted
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1910-1919
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Desirable Age Wear. Abrash. Antique Wash.
- Seller Location:Dallas, TX
- Reference Number:Seller: 53765 Antique-Worn Persian Kerman Rug, 08 09 x 13 051stDibs: LU942927870192
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